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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

Orally disintegrating film (ODF) for delivery of probiotics in the oral cavity - Development of a novel product for oral health

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Author(s):
Heinemann, Riana J. B. [1] ; Carvalho, Rosemary A. [1] ; Favaro-Trindade, Carmen S. [1]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Coll Anim Sci & Food Engn, Dept Food Engn, Pirassununga, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: INNOVATIVE FOOD SCIENCE & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES; v. 19, p. 227-232, JUL 2013.
Web of Science Citations: 4
Abstract

Probiotics are commonly associated to contributions to oral health as a natural defense against mouth pathogens. This study aimed to develop an orally-disintegrating film (ODF) for delivery of probiotics in mouth. The ODF formulations were composed of Lactobacillus acidophilus or Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis entrapped in a matrix composed of carboxymethyl cellulose, gelatin and starch. The distribution of microorganisms was visualized by confocal microscopy and the structure of the ODF was observed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The viability of microorganisms throughout the ODF production and during storage was assessed by enumerating the viable cells. A large number of both live and dead cells were observed by confocal microscopy, however, the counts showed less than 15% of loss of probiotics during the process. The probiotics showed high viability during 90 days of storage. The product developed that dissolve in the mouth and release probiotics could be a simple and innovative vehicle for the regular intake of probiotics. Industrial relevance: Orally-disintegrating film (ODF) developed and presented in this manuscript is an innovative, simple and low cost vehicle for delivering probiotics in the month. So this is easy for producing. It has high shelf life and can be stored at room temperature, without vacuum. So this is easy for distribution and commercialization. This could be used by all people, including children and elderly. So there is a great potential market for it. (C) 2013 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 09/09762-5 - Development of polymeric matrixes to controlled-released of probiotics in the mouth
Grantee:Riana Jordão Barrozo Heinemann
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Post-Doctoral